Portraits in Plaster

Laurence Hutton

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English

Anson Street Press
29 March 2025

Non-graphic art forms; Individual artists, art monographs; Individual photographers; Individual architects & architectural firms; Biography: general

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""Portraits in Plaster"" by Laurence Hutton offers a fascinating exploration into the world of portraiture, specifically through the lens of plaster casts. This meticulously prepared edition provides insights into the art of sculpture and its historical significance. Hutton delves into the creation and impact of these three-dimensional likenesses, examining their role in preserving and representing individuals throughout history.

Focusing on masks and portrait busts, the book sheds light on the techniques and artistry involved in capturing a person's image in plaster. A valuable resource for students and enthusiasts of art history, ""Portraits in Plaster"" offers a unique biographical perspective on its subjects, intertwining artistic creation with personal narrative. Explore the enduring legacy of this timeless art form, presented with historical context and insightful observations.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: Laurence Hutton
Imprint: Anson Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 177g
ISBN: 9781023317511
ISBN 10: 1023317516
Pages: 120
Publication Date: 29 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active